
Roam & Explore
I haven't been everywhere but it's on my list.
Welcome to Roam + Explore, an experiential travel blog.
I'm Amanda and I love to explore the world and share my stories, advice and photos. Follow along as I experience the world, place by place, sharing with you expert advice & itineraries.
Travel Thoughts
How Safe is Travel to Jordan, Really?
“I’m going to Jordan”. Those few words that I shared before I left for the Middle East seemed simple enough to me, but shocked more...
Guide to Hawaii: 5 Part Series
Since I haven't been on the road a lot lately, I've been thinking about destinations I've traveled to in the past and the advice I can...
What to Do When You're Told Not to Travel Somewhere
Let’s be real. Travel seems more and more daunting with each passing day. Even the locations that appear “safe” are being attacked, and...
Vacation Guilt
Do you suffer from vacation guilt? Not the "I-ate-too-much" type of guilt, but rather the guilt that comes from relaxing, sleeping in and...
2017: New Year Resolutions
I'm not a big resolutions person, but I'd be lying if the New Year doesn't make you think about starting fresh and improving things in...
What to Pack for Living on a Cruise Ship
So you’ve managed to get a contract on a cruise ship – congratulations! You’ll probably have the details of how you’ll manage to meet up...
Injury Update: Week 9
Hi all, I've had a few questions about how my kneecap is healing, so I wanted to take a moment to share some of the improvements and...
Why You Should Refuse to Settle
I refuse to settle. Do you? Perhaps it’s because I am a millennial, perhaps it’s because I was taught that I deserve to keep working to...
Top Destinations for 2017
Many of us sit down at this time of year to draw up our wishlists for gifts, the presents we hope to see when we unwrap the boxes under...
Taking a Leap of Faith: Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone
Ever since I can remember, I've been making choices that break me out of my comfort zone. Perhaps it's because I can't sit still for too...
How to Deal with Post-Trip Depression
Post-Trip Depression (PTD) is a real thing. You spend weeks, if not months planning, organizing, saving and getting ready for that...
Top 5 Reasons to Travel to the Southwest US in the Winter
The National Parks in the Southwestern US are downright gorgeous. There's a reason why almost everyone has them on their bucket-list....
Top Hotels in Toronto
These are the top hotels in Toronto if you like convenience, location, style, service and luxury. Read on to find out which ones made the cu
5 Things in Toronto You Can't Miss
The top 5 things you CANNOT miss in Toronto. It'll make you want to pack your bags and visit Canada's largest and most multicultural city.
What is the Exact Cost of an Accident While Traveling?
I’ve always considered myself quite healthy and, well, relatively unbreakable. Until an accident occurs, you never know how valuable travel
Attending a Destination Wedding as a Guest
Ever wondered what attending a destination wedding is really like? Learn about the booking, travel, resort life and wedding is like when a c
In an Instant...
CRACK. It’s amazing how your life can change in a mere instant. You fall on the slippery tile floor. You expect to be able to stand back...
24 Hours in Seattle
On the way home from Alaska, my colleague and I decided to break up the journey with a quick stopover in Seattle. Not knowing more about Sea
Avoiding the Dreaded Conference Cough
The Adventure Travel World Summit hosted 850 delegates ranging from operators, tourism boards and media in Alaska this past week. It was...





















